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Gambia, river, AfricaGambia, river, c.700 mi (1,130 km) long, rising on the Fouta Djallon, N Guinea, W Africa, and flowing generally northwest through SE Senegal then west, bisecting The Gambia, to the Atlantic Ocean at Banjul. It is navigable for the entire length of The Gambia; oceangoing vessels can reach Georgetown, c.175 mi (280 km) upstream. The river is the chief transport artery of The Gambia and provides access to interior sections of Senegal and Guinea. In 1978, Senegal and The Gambia formed the Gambia River Development Organization (which was joined by Guinea in 1980) for the purpose of developing the river's natural resources.How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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For him therefore, as far as the provision of education for young Gambians is concerned, "the sky is the limit". An investment symposium will be held June 19, and Gambians are hoping that African Americans interested in learning more about investing in the country will take part. As we add access lines to meet the needs of Gambians, increased trunk capacity to carry added calls becomes critical," said Adama Deen, Deputy Managing Director of GamTel. |
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